The K-State Globe
Geography Department, Kansas State University
5 October 2015
Department Event
Ph.D. Proposal Defense: Avantika Ramekar, “Unconventional Natural Gas Development in the United States: A Risk
Perceptions and Concern Assessment among Adults in the Mississippian Limestone Play.” October 9 (Friday), 3:30 pm, 132
Seaton Hall.
Job Opportunities
Assistant Professor, Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia: The Department of Geosciences at Georgia State University in
Atlanta, Georgia, invites applications for one tenure-track assistant professor in Human-Environment Interactions with an emphasis on
water for Fall 2016 pending budgetary approval. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in the application of social sciences to
address questions related to water. Research areas may include but are not limited to economics and water resources geography,
coupled human-natural systems, water conservation and sustainability, governance, and environmental/social policy. GIS and
geospatial analytical skills are preferred but not required. A demonstrated record of research and publication with the potential to
develop a high-quality, externally-funded research program is required. The applicant will be expected to teach introductory as well as
upper division/graduate courses in his/her specialty that complement the Department's existing and emerging areas of interest. A Ph.D.
degree in geography or a relevant discipline is required at the time of appointment. Candidates should provide a cover letter, statements
if research and teaching interests and goals, evaluations as appropriate, names and email addresses of at least three references, and
curriculum vitae to Dr. Dajun, Dai, Search Committee Chair, Department of Geosciences, Georgia State University. To ensure full
consideration, applicants should send their electronic materials to geosjobsearch@gsu.edu by October 31, 2015. The position will
remain open until filled.
The National Science Foundation, Washington, D.C.: The U.S. National Science Foundation has posted notice of its intent to fill a
position of Geography and Spatial Sciences (GSS) Program Director. The position description is accessible at the USAJobs site at
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/416468600. The position will be for a full time, permanent employee. By permanent,
NSF means that the position is not for a limited term, as is the case for individuals hired as visiting scientists or temporary employees
or who work at NSF under terms of the Intergovernmental Personnel Act. This position will be a new one. It will be filled in order to
provide longer-term continuity for the program and division over the next two to five years following anticipated departures and
retirements. Candidates should follow procedures outlined at the USAJobs posting. In addition to including mandatory materials, a
current curriculum vitae or resume, one should note the strong encouragement to submit a statement that addresses the five Quality
Ranking Factors identified on that site. The deadline for submission of applications for this position is Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at
11:59 PM EDT. Individuals who have questions about this position are encouraged to contact one of the current GSS program
directors: Tom Baerwald (tbaerwal@nsf.gov, 703-292-7301), Holly Hapke (hhapke@nsf.gov; 703-292-8457), Sunil Narumalani
(snarumal@nsf.gov, 703-292-4995).
Assistant Professor, University of Nevada, Reno, Nevada: The Department of Geography at the University of Nevada, Reno invites
applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a focus in Geographic Information Systems. The anticipated start date
is July 1, 2016. Primary teaching responsibilities will include spatial analysis, GIS, and undergraduate/graduate courses within his/her
specialty. The candidate will be expected to sustain an active funded research program and supervise graduate students at the masters
and doctoral level. The department values the integration of human and physical geography, and to complement the department’s
existing research strengths, candidates with research and teaching interests in human geography or human-environment interactions are
preferred. Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent in Geography or related field by the time of appointment, as well as evidence of
successful teaching and a demonstrated capacity for research. Candidate will also receive a start-up package. For information on the
department, visit our website http://www.unr.edu/geography. The deadline for applications is November 16, 2015. For further
information about this position contact Scott Bassett, Search Chair ( sbassett@unr.edu ). Applicants must submit a resume/CV, cover
letter, statement of philosophy, statement of research and plans, and contact information for three professional references. For more
information and/or to apply for the position go to: https://www.unrsearch.com/postings/18991[unrsearch.com].
Assistant Professors, Boston University, Boston, MA: The Department of Earth & Environment invites applicants for a tenure-track
assistant professor position focusing on the nexus of human activity and global change, beginning on July 1, 2016. The department
seeks a social scientist whose research and teaching apply theory and methods to enhance understanding of the coupling between
human and natural systems typified by the energy-water-land nexus and the climate-water-agriculture nexus. The interest is in scholars
who are rigorously quantitative and who can integrate additional qualitative or mixed-methods approaches into their research. The
department is particularly looking for demonstrated potential for interdisciplinary collaboration—particularly with natural scientists—
and complementarity with the department's strengths in energy and environmental analysis, integrated assessment modeling, remote
sensing and GIS, and biogeosciences. The successful applicant will be expected to develop a strong research program, supervise Ph.D.
students, and teach in the department's undergraduate and graduate programs. Myriad opportunities for collaboration exist on campus,
including the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies and associated regional centers, Center for Remote Sensing, Questrom
School of Business, and Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer Range Future. For more information about the Department,
see http://www.bu.edu/earth. A Ph.D. at the time of appointment is required. Please apply online
at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/6257. Applications should include (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a cover letter (3) a statement
outlining synergies between the applicant's research and teaching and ongoing activities within the Department, (3) one representative
publication, and (4) names and contact information of at least three referees. Should you have questions about the position, please feel
free to contact Ian Sue Wing, Search Committee Chair, Dept. of Earth and Environment, Boston University, 685 Commonwealth Ave,
Boston MA 02215; email: earth@bu.edu. Review of applications begins November 15, 2015.
The Department of Earth & Environment at Boston University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in remote
sensing, beginning on July 1, 2016. The department seeks candidates that build upon and expand the existing remote sensing group,
which is focused in the optical domain. The department welcomes applicants with expertise in any domain of remote sensing, but
encourage applications from candidates with expertise in active or passive microwave, InSAR, LiDAR, thermal, or hyperspectral
remote sensing, including airborne remote sensing from aircraft or unmanned aerial vehicles. The scientific focus for this position is
open, and includes any thematic area related to physical, chemical or biological function of the earth system, including processes in
oceans, the atmosphere, or on land. The department particularly welcomes candidates whose expertise complements the growing
program in climate change science. Opportunities exist for collaboration in many domains, including land change science, natural
resource management, crustal and land surface processes, terrestrial ecology, hydrology, and marine sciences. The successful applicant
will be expected to supervise graduate research in Ph.D. programs, teach at all levels in the Earth & Environment curriculum, and
maintain an externally funded research program. The department seeks applicants whose research complement strengths in the
Department and around the University. For more information about the Department, see http://www.bu.edu/earth. A Ph.D. at the time
of appointment is required. Please apply online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/6256, including a curriculum vitae, a cover
letter, a statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and addresses of at least three referees. Should you have questions
about the position, please feel free to contact Mark Friedl, Search Committee Chair, Department of Earth and Environment, Boston
University, 685 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02215; email: earth@bu.edu. Review of applications will begin on Nov 10, 2015.
Assistant Professor, California State University, Long Beach, CA: California State University, Long Beach, seeks tenuretrack Assistant Professor in Geography with research specialization in Sustainability Science or a closely related field. The ideal
candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following areas: biophysical geography, global environmental change, climate
change science, environmental policy, or similar disciplines. Appointment begins 17 August 2016. Ph.D. required at time of application
or official notification of completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2016. The successful candidate should be able to teach
introductory and advanced undergraduate and graduate Geography and Environmental Science and Policy courses, including courses in
area(s) of expertise, including sustainability and/or climate change. A strong commitment to high quality teaching, academic research,
and extramural funding is essential. For full position description and application procedure
see: http://web.csulb.edu/divisions/aa/personnel/jobs/posting/2278. Inquiries and correspondence: Dr. Suzanne Dallman, Dept. of
Geography, CSU Long Beach, CA 90840-1101, (562) 985-4977 or suzanne.dallman@csulb.edu. Review of complete applications
begins 15 October 2015, continuing until position is filled or search cancelled.
Assistant/Associate Professor in Geohumanities and Assistant/Associate Professor in Socio-Ecological Systems Modeling,
University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma: The Department of Geography and Environmental Sustainability at the University of
Oklahoma seeks a geohumanities scholar who studies environment-society relations, utilizes critical theory, and incorporates
stakeholder/community engagement. An urban or regional specialization would be welcome. The successful candidate will have an
opportunity to participate in new and established campus-wide efforts to support humanities scholarship. To raise research profile, the
department desires faculty members who are strong in research in terms of suitable publications and grant success, as well as active
within both professional and stakeholder communities and effective at bringing research insights into the classroom. Teaching duties
would include introductory geohumanities courses as well as a course on environment and society, and possibly regional courses within
the candidate's expertise. Candidates are invited to submit a statement of interest and qualifications, a full curriculum vita, up to five
scholarly publications, and a list of three references. Screening will begin September 15th, 2015. To apply, please submit applications
electronically in one PDF file to Dr. Laurel Smith, Chair, Human Geography Search Committee at laurel@ou.edu. Please copy Ms.
Deborah. The successful candidate for the second position will be capable of research excellence in socio-ecological systems modeling
as related to climate variability and change, and they must have demonstrated success in proactively leading and/or participating in
interdisciplinary, collaborative teams. In particular, the candidate will fill an immediate need in coupled human-natural systems
modeling, preferably through Bayesian hierarchical modeling or similar methodology. The candidate will also be able to work within
collaborative teams that examine challenging questions facing the social, natural, and physical sciences. Candidates are invited to
submit a statement of interest and qualifications, a full curriculum vita, copies of up to five scholarly publications, and a list of three
references. To apply, please submit all materials electronically in one PDF file to Dr. Bruce Hoagland, SES Search Committee Chair
(email: bhoagland@ou.edu) and copy Ms. Deborah Marsh (dmarsh@ou.edu).
Assistant Professor, University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg, Virginia : The Department of Geography seeks a specialist
in Geographic Information Science to fill a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in August 2016.
The successful candidate will teach the department’s core courses in GIS and remote sensing at both the undergraduate and graduate
levels. Other courses may be assigned depending on departmental needs or candidate’s interests. Preference will be given to those with
expertise in applying GIS and/or remote sensing in one of the following fields: transportation geography, urban planning, global
change, and environmental studies. A Ph.D. in Geography or a related discipline is preferred, but Ph.D. candidates who will complete
their degree by the start of employment will also be considered. Candidates should submit a letter of application describing teaching
and research interests, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and teaching portfolio by November 15, 2015 at https://careers.umw.edu.
Questions may be directed to Dr. Jacqueline Gallagher, Associate Professor, jgallagh@umw.edu.
Student Opportunities
Ph.D. Assistantship, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas: A 12 month assistantship within the Human
Dimensions of Natural Resources (HDNR) lab in the Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences is available for a
prospective PhD student with an interest in the area of the human dimensions of natural resources. The successful candidate
will work as part of an interdisciplinary team studying a variety of natural resource management issues (primarily within the
context of public lands and protected areas) across Texas, the U.S., and the South Pacific. Educational and professional
experience will be guided such that the candidate will develop the expertise and skills needed to: 1) Conduct independent and
collaborative research that contributes to scientific knowledge serving natural resource management; 2) Work effectively in and
lead multidisciplinary research teams for natural resource management; 3) Advise public land management staff on natural
resource management planning and implementation; 4) Analyze and provide input on the human dimensions of natural resource
management on public lands and other protected areas; and 5) Analyze and provide input on broad natural resource
management policy issues within public land management contexts. Funding support includes a $19,800 stipend, tuition waiver,
health insurance, and consideration for additional funding through university fellowships. The HDNR lab will also provide
support for participation in research symposia and computer hardware/software needs. Acceptance will be based on career
goals, past experience, and scholastic aptitude. There are additional fellowship opportunities for underrepresented minority
candidates. For further information about this opportunity, contact Gerard Kyle, Professor, Human Dimensions of Natural
Resources Laboratory, Texas A&M University, 2261 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843-2261. Email:
gerard@tamu.edu<mailto:pwitt@tamu.edu>.
Other
2016 Kansas Natural Resources Conference: The 2016 Kansas Natural Resources Conference will be held in Wichita, KS on
February 4-5, 2016. The theme for this year’s conference is “Conversations on Conservation – Engaging Landowners thru
Effective Communication”, but presentations on any topic regarding natural resources are invited. This is a joint meeting of
natural resource professionals, researchers, students, and managers representing more than seven professional societies and
organizations to discuss research and management surrounding the field of natural resources. Aside from the educational
perspective, it is a good opportunity to present information in your focus area (oral presentation or poster format). This
conference also serves as an excellent venue to network with other natural resource professionals. Additional information can
be found on the conference website at http://www.kansasnrc.org/.
2015 AAG Great Plains/Rocky Mountains Division Meeting – Kearney, Nebraska
K-State Geography
Posters
1. “Learning how to communicate climate change adaptation in rural communities,” Hayden Colleen Murphey
2. “Time Series Analysis of Vegetation Phenometrics for Military and Non-Military Lands using Moderate Resolution
Satellite Imagery,” J.M. Shawn Hutchinson, Anne Jacquin (Université de Toulouse), Bryanna Pockrandt, and Stacy L.
Hutchinson
3. “The Relationship between Crime and Public Transit in Denver, Colorado: A Spatial Perspective,” Matthew Brooks
4. “Using GIS to assess flood risk in Boulder County, Colorado,” Matt Allen
Papers
1.
“Using ecoregion analysis to test whether ‘place matters’ in physical geography,” Richard A. Marston
2.
“Environmental Catastrophe in Iran: Lake Urmia,” Samira Safaee
3.
“High Levels of Tropospheric Ozone Linked to the Advection of Southerly Wind for the Konza Prairie in Kansas,”
Livia Cirnu, and John Harrington, Jr.
4.
“Articulating rural sentiment in the Central Great Plains through grounded theory,” Bill Wetherholt
5.
“Agriculture and the countryside in the US: alternative and virtual rurality,” Lisa M. Butler Harrington
6.
“Exploring the Place Component Within Place Attachment Research,” Jeffrey S. Smith
7.
“What type of region is the Flint Hills? A review of students’ response,” Bimal Kanti Paul
8.
“Spatial and Aspatial access to Primary Healthcare facilities in Wyandotte County, Kansas,” Avantika A. Ramekar
9.
“Migration as an adaptation strategy to climate change: A literature review,” Subarna Chatterjee, and Bimal Kanti
Paul
10. “Embedded themes of human-environment interaction in children’s literature,” Deborah G. Hann
11. “Progress report: geo-progressions and sense of community among Kansas third graders,” Thomas B. Larsen
12. “Using a GIS-Based Framework To Teach Climate Change: Exploring Preliminary Processes and Findings,” Lisa K.
Tabor
13. “Ideas to expand Geography Awareness Activities in your community,” John Harrington, Jr., Lisa Tabor, and
Thomas Larsen
14. “Effects of the Rock Island Railroad on Kansas Towns,” Mitchell Horner and Joe Hunninghake
15. “Progress of Global Inventory of Lake Water Resources,” Jida Wang, Yongwei Sheng (University of California,
Los Angeles), Chunqiao Song (University of California, Los Angeles), Takuto Urano1, Pedro J. Satori (Kansas State
University, Universidade Federal de Lavras, Brazil), Spencer J. Ford
16. “Hydrological Transitions: A Story of Kansas Watersheds,” Christy R. Jean
17. “Using transportation to manage the geographical distribution of visitors across protected areas: an agent-based
modelling approach,” Francesco Orsi
Bimal Paul chaired the Place and Region paper session.
John Harrington organized and chaired the Geographic Education paper session.
Jida Wang chaired a GIScience paper session.
Panel
John Harrington organized and chaired the panel on “Geographic Alliance Activities in the GPRM Region.”
Please contact Bimal Paul (bkp@ksu.edu) and/or Barbara Halliwell (qalighun@ksu.edu) with K-State Globe items.